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This depends on where you live. This operation is currently illegal in most of Australia (except Western Australia), Austria, Belgium, Brazil (except for working dogs), New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark (except for five gun dog breeds), England, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany (except for gun dogs), Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Israel (except for working dogs), Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Russia (restricted), Scotland, Slovakia, Slovenia, South Africa, Spain (in some autonomies), Sweden, Switzerland, Virgin Islands and Wales (restricted). Other countries are still considering a tail docking ban. If you live in the United States, it is likely still legal in your area.
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Is it bad to dock a dogo argentino's tail?
The dogo's tail doesn't need to be docked and a docked tail is a disqualifier in competition.
What happens do a dog's tail when it gets docked by the vet Where does the tail go?
The removal of a dog's tail is the same as if you lose your arm - it won't grow back.
Do field spaniels have their tails docked?
Field Spaniels tails are usually docked, especially if they are used for work. The Breed Standard does not stipulate how much of the tail should be docked, but it is usually docked at around the second joint.
How long should a Lakeland terrier's tail be docked?
According to the breed standard of the American Kennel Club (AKC), a Lakeland Terrier's tail should be docked so that the tip is in level with the occiput when the dog is standing in a show position. However, if you are not showing your dog, there is no reason why you should dock your Lakeland Terrier's tail. Docking causes great pain to the dog, and may also be illegal in some countries such as the UK.
What are three traits of a lynx?
docked tail, muscular body , and cheetah like fur.
Is it illegal for a rot weiler to have its tail docked?
It not only isn't illegal, a docked tail is one of the breed characteristics. A Rottie with an UNdocked tail would not be show-quality or eligible for competitions in which breed standards must be met. Docking ANY dog's tail should only be done by a fully trained and qualified professional.
Do miniature pinscher's tail need to be docked?
It is not necessary for any dog's tail to be docked, even if the breed standards indicate otherwise. I live in the UK and here it is illegal to unless your vet docks the dogs tail for health reasons. I don't know about other countries.
Is the tail of an Australian shepherd dog docked?
Tail docking of dogs for prophylactic (preventative) or cosmetic reasons is illegal in all Australian states. Tail docking by a vet for therapeutic reasons, such as if the tail is injured, is the only legal form of tail docking for dogs in Australia.
Is it bad to dock a dogo argentino's tail?
The dogo's tail doesn't need to be docked and a docked tail is a disqualifier in competition.
How old is a Doberman when they get there tails doced?
The typical age for a Dog to have it's tail docked is under ten days old. A veterinarian will advise on the best time to dock an individual puppies tail as it may not be strong enough to go through the operation or may be healthy enough to have it's tail docked earlier. This operation is now illegal in the UK unless performed on working puppies.
What is the ideal tail shape of a Kuvasz?
The ideal tail shape of a Kuvasz is low and not docked.
What happens do a dog's tail when it gets docked by the vet Where does the tail go?
The removal of a dog's tail is the same as if you lose your arm - it won't grow back.
Does a miniature pinscher's tail need to be docked?
No dog needs its tail to be docked, but the operation is performed for cosmetic reasons on some breeds. Show Miniature Pinschers are almost always docked in countries that allow it, but the operation does not affect the dog's health.
How long should a doberman tail when dock?
This is different for different breeds. For example, a Rottweiler must be docked at the first joint close to the body, and a Weimeraner should be docked by one third. To find out the length of docking for each breed, consult their breed standard. NOTE: English Breed Standards no longer say how long the dog's tail should be docked by as the operation is now illegal in the UK, but American Standards still support docking.
Are rot weiler's aloud ther tail's docked?
yes
Are West Highland Terrier's Tail usually docked?
No. Never.
How old does a baby Doberman need to be to get its tail docked?
The puppy will need to be less than four days old to be docked.
